The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors Near Me in Oakland, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near Oakland, CA. Of these, 60 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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69 providers found
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery

    Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Oakland

    3315 Broadway, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ross Talarico is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Talarico is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, and Caffey Disease.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    Lifelong Medical Care

    3260 Sacramento St, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diane Chow is a Podiatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Chow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, Athlete's Foot, and Ingrown Toenail.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry

    Berkeley Outpatient Center

    3100 San Pablo Ave., 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael K. Park is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation who provides nonsurgical care for patients with spinal and other musculoskeletal conditions. His approach begins with a careful and thorough diagnosis to identify the underlying cause of a patient’s symptoms. He performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures – such as nerve blocks (including epidural injections), facet joint procedures (including radiofrequency ablation) and other joint injections – and collaborates with a variety of specialists to deliver physical therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture and other alternative therapies. This multifaceted approach supports his goal of helping patients restore lost function and achieve the best possible outcomes. Park earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. He completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Stanford University. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Park is board certified in American Board Of Medical Specialties, Physical Medicine & Rehab. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    Office

    4247 MacArthur Blvd, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Lyons is a Podiatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Lyons is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Bunions, Hammer Toe, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Nurse Practitioner

    SportsMed Orthopedic Group

    900 Hyde St, 11th Fl, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    As a Podiatrist, I believe that the patient deserves time, thoughtfulness, and kindness. I believe in keeping things simple when possible. I am a non-surgeon, rehabilitation specialist, within the field of foot and ankle care. My passion is in designing rehabilitation programs for my patients to successfully meet their goals. My love is bio mechanics, and I have designed, and work with many different types of foot orthotic devices. I personally make all my own orthotic devices. Mr. Blake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, and Plantar Fasciitis. Mr. Blake is board certified in Multiple Specialties In Podiatry. Mr. Blake is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Liberty Jenkins is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery

    Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Podiatry

    3600 Broadway, 1st Floor, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Diana Werner is a Podiatric Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Werner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fungal Nail Infection, Bunions, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis. Dr. Werner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, 1st Floor, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Connie Choy is a Podiatric Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Choy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Corns and Calluses. Dr. Choy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery

    Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Podiatry

    3600 Broadway, 1st Floor, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Theresa Kailikole is a Podiatric Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Kailikole is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ingrown Toenail, Flat Feet, Hammer Toe, and Fibromatosis. Dr. Kailikole is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology | Psychiatry
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology | Psychiatry

    Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Neurology

    3701 Broadway, 1st Floor, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lynn Zhang is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Oakland Medical Center

    3701 Broadway, 5th Floor, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Gerritz is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Gerritz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Spasticity, Myoclonus-Dystonia, and Oppenheim Dystonia. Dr. Gerritz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Family Medicine

    Primary Care At Home Inc.

    400 29th St Ste 306, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    East Bay Orthopaedic Specialists Medical Corporation

    350 30th St Ste 530, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Shen is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Shen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Sciatica, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    Advanced Foot Clinic Inc.

    2844 Summit St Ste 107, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Lavigna is a Podiatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Lavigna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Corns and Calluses, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    East Bay Orthopaedic Specialists Medical Corporation

    350 30th St Ste 530, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Mann is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Mann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Macrodactyly of the Foot.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    ACC Podiatry A Medical Corporation

    2059 Clinton Ave Ste 1, 
    Alameda, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Toby Ishizuka is a Podiatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Alameda, California. Dr. Ishizuka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Ingrown Toenail, Hammer Toe, and Fibromatosis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Splitter is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Splitter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, Gangrene, and Plantar Fasciitis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamie Kim is a Podiatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her clinical expertise encompasses Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, Gangrene, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Pediatrics

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shean Ng is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Ng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Focal Dystonia, and Contracture Deformity.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic At Stanford Emeryville

    5800 Hollis St Fl 3, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathie Lin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Emeryville, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Foot Drop?

    Foot drop is when you have difficulty lifting the front part of your foot. This may cause you to drag your foot when you walk. Foot drop, also called drop foot, can be caused by a problem with the muscles, nerves, or anatomy of your foot or leg.

    When should I see a Foot Drop doctor near Oakland, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Foot Drop doctor near Oakland, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Foot Drop doctors near Oakland, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Foot Drop doctors near Oakland, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Foot Drop doctor near Oakland, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Foot Drop doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Foot Drop doctor near Oakland, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Foot Drop doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Foot Drop doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Foot Drop doctors near Oakland, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Foot Drop doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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